Nikon debuts new 18-300mm VR lens, brings highest zoom range yet to its DSLRs

The latest telephoto zoom lens from Nikon packs in the highest zoom ratio we've seen on an APS-C or DX lens. The Nikkor 18-300mm f/3.5-5x6 G ED VR cranks up the zoom to 16.7X, but pairs this with the aperture range of its existing telephoto lenses, ready for some bokeh-heavy close-ups. You'll be paying for that superzoom privilege, however, as the lens is set to arrive later this month, commanding a $1,000 premium. It's joined by a new standard-zoom lens, the FX-compatible Nikkor 24-85mm f/3.5-4.5 ED VR, which also arrives later this month, priced at $600.

Canon EOS-1D X to arrive next week, just in time for dessert

So you eBayed your Canon EOS 5D back in April, all in good faith, ready for the EOS-1D X that never came. Well, that gap in your photoblog should end next week — according to updated info from the camera maker. The latest details suggest that the flagship shooter should be hitting stores on June 20th, along with a clutch of accessories. You'd better initiate that PayPal withdrawal now, though, as CNET reports that a US representative for the firm told them that, while stocks will be available, they'd initially be in limited supply. Full stocks, however, should be here in time for to shoot your own HD Olympics.

GoPro Wi-Fi BackPac and Wi-Fi Remote Combo Kit Sets your GoPro Camera Free

 
Set your GoPro Hero or Hero2 camera free with the new Wi-Fi BackPac and Wi-Fi Remote Combo Kit. The new kit gives you the ability to remotely control  up to 50 cameras at a time at up to 600 feet (180m) away. The remote control gives you full  control of the camera, including the mode and settings. The Wi-Fi BacPac includes its own built-in battery, so your camera doesn't get too much of a power hit.

Coming with a future firmware upgrade but only for the Hero2 will be the ability to control your GoPro: live preview, playback and transfer your action photos or videos with your smartphone or tablet, and also the ability to stream live to the Web (assuming you have a network connection) .

The Wi-Fi Combo Kit is $99.99, with additional Wi-Fi BackPacs being $59.99

Satechi WTR-A Wireless Timer Remote Control Shutter for Canon Cameras

The WTR-A Wireless Timer Remote Control Shutter from Satechi is designed for compatible EOS Canon cameras.  This shutter-release tool lets you set a timer to delay shooting a photo, managing exposure time, setting a shooting interval and organizing a number of shots from up to 50 feet away.  It has a beeping alert to indicate the shutter is currently active and counts down the seconds until the shutter goes off.  There's also a light to indicate when the timer has been set.   It's $59.99 at Satechi and at Amazon.com.

Pentax Q Digital Camera With 5-15mm Lens Available For Pre-Order

You can now pre-order Pentax's newest digital camera ‘Q' in the US via B&H Photo. This compact interchangeable lens camera retails for $699 and comes bundled with a 5-15mm lens. Specs-wise, the Q sports a 12.4MP 1x2.3″ Backlit CMOS sensor, a 3.0-inch (460K-dot) LCD display, an SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot, DNG RAW + JPEG Images support, Q's bokeh control filter, an HDMI port and 1080p Full HD capture. [Product Page]

iSteady Shot Pro-Holder – Keep your GoPro steady

 Sick of all your GoPro videos being all shaky and unsteady? Even worse, sick of watching someone else's shaky videos? The iSteady Pro-holder is a lightweight  aircraft-grade aluminum camera mount for the GoPro camera series (see related links).  It mounts using your standard GoPro mounting system with an aluminum easy-detach clip. With three bottom tripod mounts and a top accessories/light mount, the Pro-Holder is a versatile mounting system and can be used to help take the shake and wiggle out of your videos.

Available from iSteadyshot for $49.99

Rollei Fotopro TT-1

Rollei is back with its latest product in the form of the Rollei Fotopro TT-1. It consists of a compact X4i travel tripod and a waterproof B1 bag. The X4i aluminium tripod has a maximum load capacity of 5kg and a total height of 1.44m. You can fold it down to 32mm for storage. The B1 bag can accommodate both the tripod itself and a small DSLR camera with two lenses and other accessories. The Rollei Fotopro TT-1 retails for €199.95 or around $250. [Rollei]